The Packers aren’t going to let Aaron Rodgers pick the coach or anything Kyler Fackrell Jersey , but they are willing to bring in guys they know he likes.According to聽Tom Silverstein of the , the Packers want to bring back assistant coach Luke Getsy.Getsy’s the offensive coordinator at Mississippi State now, but he spent the previous four seasons with the Packers, the last coaching receivers. According to the report, he and Rodgers had a good relationship when he was in Green Bay, and that never hurts. Rodgers apparently didn’t work closely with former receivers coach David Raih, who went to Arizona.Getsy had some unusual training methods when he was there, as he worked with receivers on juggling to sharpen their hands and concentration.He’d have some raw material to work with Justin McCray Jersey , as the Packers drafted three wideouts last season (Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Equanimeous St. Brown, and J鈥橫on Moore).The Packers have also interviewed Karl Dorrell and Shawn Jefferson for the position. The last time Green Bay signed a long-term deal with a free agent at the position, the contract was terminated after just one season."One similarity now shared by both Ted Thompson and Brian Gutekunst in year two as General Manager of the Green Bay Packers is that each signed a free agent safety to improve the defense. However, Green Bay hopes that the multiyear deal inked with Adrian Amos this past week results in a far greater outcome than the one signed in 2006.That contract belonged to Marquand Manuel, and it was a five-year, $10 million deal that represented a significant investment when he signed it over a decade ago. Manuel was coming off a 2005 season in which he started 11 games at free safety for the Seattle Seahawks. The number of starts for Manuel, paired with a Super Bowl appearance in a contract year Preston Smith Jersey , helped the veteran in free agency after bouncing around the NFL with two seasons in both Cincinnati and Seattle. Green Bay, looking to move on from a free agent bust in Mark Roman, became a possible destination for the former Florida Gator.The glaring concern with the Packers’ keen interest in Manuel at the time of free agency was his lack of created turnovers, forcing just two fumbles and intercepting zero passes in his career to that point. Although Manuel did intercept one pass in a Packer uniform while posting a combined 81 tackles in 16 starts at strong safety for Green Bay in 2006, he allowed too many big plays in the secondary. By the time the next preseason rolled around, Manuel had lost his starting job to Atari Bigby. The Packers moved on, parting ways with Manuel after just one season.While Green Bay has accumulated a number of draft picks and undrafted free agents at safety, Amos becomes the first major signing at the position since Manuel. Like Manuel Ty Summers Jersey 2019 , Amos has not forced a high number of takeaways, amassing three forced fumbles and three interceptions over his four seasons in Chicago. They also share a similar body size at six-feet and around 210 pounds and were drafted in the late rounds. However, unlike Manuel, Amos has been viewed as a reliable player who allows others to make plays. The sample size is also much larger for Amos, who started at least 10 games in every season with the Bears and brings plenty of NFC North experience to Titletown. It is still unclear which safety position Amos will play for the Packers, but he brings the versatility to fill in at either role, likely contributing all over. If he slides into the free position more frequently, Green Bay figures to give Josh Jones another chance in the box. If Amos generally plays closer to the line as a strong safety Jace Sternberger Green Bay Packer , the Packers could give Tramon Williams an opportunity to roam the defensive backfield in coverage. Amos is praised for his tackling and physicality which make for a good fit at safety, but he has not factored into the blitz equation much in his career, notching just two sacks.The Packers invested heavily in Amos with a four-year, $36 million contract, including $11 million in guaranteed money. Yet, Amos’ base salary in his first two seasons will be $1.25 and $1.75 million, respectively, and he stands to earn a $4 million roster bonus in 2020 if still on the team. This Jace Sternberger Jersey 2019 , along with a potential out in his contract after the 2020 season, offers Green Bay protection in case Amos’ career takes a path similar to Manuel. Still, Amos will be compensated well to give the Packers a sorely-needed defensive upgrade.Green Bay still might not be done adding to the safety position this offseason with the draft looming in just over a month. But the team’s hope is that the signing of Amos will shore up a position of need for much longer than a single season this time around.

BRB writers gather to present their top two free agent targets for the Houston Texans."This week Zach Fulton Jersey White , I asked the BRB staff which two free agents they would most like to see the Texans land.The “legal tampering” free agency period begins March 11th and runs through March 13th, with the free agency signing frenzy officially starting on March 13th at 3:00 PM Central time.There are lots of varying opinions below of which two free agents the Texans should prioritize.For a team that won 11 games in 2018, the Texans have a lot of needs.Free agency should serve as a way to ensure the Texans aren’t desperate heading into the 2019 NFL Draft.Let’s see which two free agents BRB wants the Texans to chase beginning next week!Chris:Rivers McCown:Capt. Ron:Kenneth:Matt Weston:Mike Bullock:There’s a lot of solid logic behind each of these picks Dylan Cole Jersey , but even if everything makes perfect sense, free agency is often a crapshoot.Look no further than Houston’s signing of Aaron Colvin last year - a player I was hoping the Texans would target.Colvin seemed to be a good fit for the Texans and he was.................not.(Here’s to hoping a lot of this was due to injury and he finds his way in year two.)Who are your top two free agent targets for the Texans?Please use the comments to critique our picks and provide your own as we prepare our minds and bodies for free agency! The fourth and final quarter between the Texans and Titans starts now!NOTE: Please do not post any images, videos Womens Corey Moore Jersey , GIFs, or non-text comments in any of BRB’s live game threads. They tend to slow the thread down and can take a long time to load. Thanks in advance for your cooperation.NOTE II: Due to the fast-paced nature of these threads, there will be no warnings before bans on game day. If a moderator deems a comment or user to be problematic Womens Jeff Allen Jersey , he or she will remove that person from the discussion for the good of the collective game day experience. If you’re on the wrong side of the law today and want your posting privileges reinstated, please send an e-mail to one of us tomorrow.NOTE III: Please refrain from any reference to or mention of any religion or religious figure, even if you believe it’s celebratory or inoffensive. If you make such a reference or comment http://www.thetexanslockerroom.com/authentic-arian-foster-jersey , it will be deleted and you will be warned. Two violations of this rule will result in a ban

CINCINNATI (AP) — The Bengals had four interceptions Jordan Evans Jersey White , six sacks and a late 18-point lead. They needed all of it — and every last second on the clock as well — to salvage a win that was more relief than anything.Jessie Bates returned Jameis Winston’s fourth interception for a touchdown Sunday, and the Bengals overcame Ryan Fitzpatrick’s late rally for a 37-34 victory that left the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with a question at quarterback.The Bengals (5-3) put together their only drive of the second half to pull it out. Andy Dalton had completions of 23 and 9 yards to A.J. Green that got them in range for Randy Bullock’s 44-yard field goal on the final play.“A win is a win, but this one feels a little weird,” Bengals linebacker Preston Brown said.Weird all around.Cincinnati was coming off a 45-10 loss at Kansas City on Sunday night that was their second-worst drubbing in coach Marvin Lewis’ 16 seasons. The Bengals gave up 576 yards to the Bucs (3-4) and managed only 95 yards in the second half — 50 on the final drive.“We’re not very happy with how we performed,” Bates said.Tampa Bay’s biggest problem earlier this season was its porous defense, which led to a change of coordinators. This time, their quarterback play was their downfall.Winston opened the season on suspension for violating the NFL’s personal conduct policy. He’s had seven turnovers in the past two games, creating an opening for Fitzpatrick to reclaim the job that was his at season’s start.Winston was benched after matching his career high with four interceptions, the third time he’s thrown so many in his career. He has thrown 10 interceptions, one fewer than all last season.“I’m definitely the reason we came up short with this game, and I know that I have to fix it,” said Winston, who was 18 of 35 for 276 yards with five sacks.Winston went to the bench, and Fitzpatrick pulled Tampa Bay even.He threw a 72-yard touchdown to Mike Evans , his fifth TD pass of at least 50 yards this season — most in the NFL. He also led an 88-yard drive to the tying score, hitting O.J. Howard for an 18-yard touchdown and completing another pass for the conversion with 1:05 left.Fitzpatrick finished 11 of 15 for 194 yards and a passer rating of 154.9 that’s just shy of perfect.Now, the Bucs have to decide which one will lead the NFL’s top-ranked offense.“Today is not the day I need to decide that Boomer Esiason Jersey White ,” coach Dirk Koetter said.DeSean Jackson caught a 60-yard touchdown pass that moved him ahead of Jerry Rice for the NFL record. He has 24 TDs of at least 60 yards. It also was Jackson’s 29th career TD of at least 50 yards , tying Randy Moss for second-most since the 1970 merger behind Rice’s 36.FAST STARTCincinnati couldn’t hold a 27-6 lead set up by a big first half. Joe Mixon ran for 114 yards in the half and scored on runs of 1 and 8 yards. Tyler Boyd had six catches for 112 yards, including a 9-yard touchdown.LOTS OF INTsWinston has thrown at least two interceptions in five straight games, tied for the most since 1990. His 13 interceptions over that span are tied with Fitzpatrick for the most in a five-game stretch over the past five seasons.LOTS OF EMPTY SEATSThe game drew 45,134 fans, the smallest crowd at Paul Brown Stadium since 41,273 showed up for a 23-16 win over Arizona on Dec. 24, 2011.BLOWING IN THE WINDBoth kickers missed extra-point attempts in a gusty, swirling wind.NO SAD SACKBuccaneers end Jason Pierre-Paul had a pair of sacks. He’s had at least one in six straight games, tying Simeon Rice for the most consecutive games with a sack in team history.INJURIESBuccaneers: RB Ronald Jones II suffered a hamstring injury in the second half.Bengals: G Clint Boling hurt his back late in the first half. DE Carl Lawson hurt his right knee, reportedly an ACL tear. CB Dre Kirkpatrick left in the third quarter with an Achilles injury that kept him out of practice, but he returned.UP NEXTBuccaneers: Play at Carolina on Sunday, finishing a stretch of four road games out of five.Bengals: Have their bye week, followed by a home game against the Saints. What did we learn from the fist draft of the Zac Taylor Era?"The final results 2019 NFL Draft are hot off the press, and we now have a glimpse of what the Zac Taylor era is going to look like.With a brand new head coach, brand new coordinators, mostly brand new position coaches Carlos Dunlap Jersey White , and even a mostly brand new front office (since Mike Brown is handing off a lot of responsibility to his daughter and son-in-law), there are a lot question mark around the organization.For right now, we have some answers. We won’t get the full picture until we start playing football games, and even that image could change over the next few years. But based on the players taken and the way the Bengals handled the draft, we can start to form an idea of what the organization will look like in the coming years.So what did we learn about the Bengals from the 2019 draft?Andy Dalton is the starting QB, and that’s thatDespite the fact that Zac Taylor came out early and said they were sticking with Andy Dalton, there was speculation that the Bengals could take Dwayne Haskins.It soon became clear that this was a smokescreen, as the Bengals ended up passing on Haskins, even though he was on the board at 11th overall. What did the Bengals do instead? Get protection for Dalton. Jonah Williams will hopefully replace Bobby Hart at right tackle and that move alone should elevate the line another tier.The Bengals also drafted Michael Jordan, a guard/center from Ohio State, who filled the hole at center that Billy Price left in Columbus last year. Whether he starts or not, he will at least provide some depth and help the Bengals cut the dead weight on the line.The Bengals didn’t draft a quarterback until they traded up for Ryan Finley in the fourth round, which means that Dalton is the obvious QB1. Jeff Driskel drop down a spot, but Dalton’s job is safe.Even though Finely was drafted in the fourth round, a round where you are not typically looking for starters, Brian Callahan felt the need to begin his presser by stating that Dalton is the starter.As long he is healthy, Dalton will play every down.John Ross is safe tooThe Bengals didn’t draft a receiver this year Anthony Munoz Jersey , so all the receivers from last year have a good shot at returning.The only addition to that group was Stanley Morgan, who surprisingly went undrafted. John Ross has had an underwhelming career with the Bengals, though he did score eight touchdowns in 2018. But his 210 career receiving yards for a first round pick that ran the fastest 40-yard dash in NFL combine history is not ideal to say the least.But Taylor and his new crop of coaches want to keep developing him. If anything, they just gave him a vote of confidence by not drafting a receiver, or even signing one in free agency.Morgan can still compete for a roster spot, but he wasn’t brought in to take Ross’ job.The offense will work around Joe Mixon againCallahan said in his press conference, “If you’re Joe Mixon, you should be really excited at this point.”He is right about that, based on Mixon’s latest tweets.Between the two linemen and blocking tight end Drew Sample, the Bengals are going to have a formidable front. Mixon might, for once in his career, have some holes to run through.In his first two years with the Bengals, Mixon was having to make his own magic happen, constantly dodging defenders in the backfield. Can you imagine what Mixon can do if he can get to the line of scrimmage without being contacted first?The NFL should be scared.Taylor and Turner are working hard to fix the offensive lineThe offensive line in 2019 might be the best it has been since 2016. The Bengals are now in year two of the rebuild after adding Cordy Glenn, Billy Price, and Bobby Hart a season ago. Then they added John Miller in free agency, along with Williams and Jordan in the draft.First of all Michael Johnson Jersey , their first round selection could already be the best OL in the building. Williams should have no problem whatsoever starting in 2019, whether it’s at left tackle, right tackle, or even one of the guard positions.Secondly, Jordan may not start right away, but he should at least give the other backups players a run for their money. With the selection of Jordan, the Bengals will probably have to cut someone to prune the roster.The Bengals are satisfied with their core defenseIn a surprising turn, the Bengals were light on the defensive side of the ball during the draft. The only projected starter they drafted was linebacker Germaine Pratt who will fill Vontaze Burfict’s void. Other than that, they drafted Renell Wren, who will compete with Andrew Billings but probably won’t start, and a defensive back in the seventh round. None of the returning starters in the secondary are in no serious danger of losing their jobs.The Bengals drafted on defensive linemen, so that means the only question mark is going to be on the left end where Sam Hubbard and Kerry Wynn will be competing for the starting job. Nick Vigil and Preston Brown will go back to their regular spots with Pratt inserted on the outside opposite Vigil. Then the back four will no doubt remain the same, with Darqueze Dennard in the slot when the defense is in the nickel.So at most, the Bengals will show two new faces in their defense that was ranked dead last in most statistical categories last year.Lou Anarumo has his work cut out for him. Hopefully, he knows what he is doing.Zac Taylor is already changing the cultureOne of the things we complained about Marvin Lewis was his predictability and his lack of aggression. He started to change things in 2018, but it was too little too late.The Bengals have traded up in the draft four times in their history prior to 2019. Then they traded up twice in one round.This is important because, not only did the Bengals pick players of better value http://www.thebengalslockerroom.com/authentic-sam-hubbard-jersey , but it shows that they want to attack the draft. They saw two players they wanted that may not have been available, so they went after what they wanted.Hopefully, this is a sign that Taylor is changing things in Cincinnati. Of course, Taylor doesn’t have the final say on things like trades, so he has to get Duke Tobin, Troy Blackburn, or Katie Blackburn on board. We’re not quite sure whose idea it was, but either way, it’s a good sign. One of the reasons that Lewis kept his job for such a long time is that he got the front office on board with what he was doing. We might be seeing that Taylor is doing the same thing. For a Bengals head coach, that is a very, very good sign.

The Detroit Lions placed linebacker Jalen Reeves-Maybin on injured reserve on Wednesday and promoted defensive end Eric Lee from their practice squad to fill the open roster spot.Reeves-Maybin has missed three of the Lions last five games while dealing with a lingering neck injury. He did play in last Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Rams Womens Quandre Diggs Jersey , recording two tackles. The injury initially happened in an October game against the Seattle Seahawks and missed the next two weeks. He’s appeared in nine games this season with 13 tackles for Detroit.Reeves-Maybin has played just 110 out of 732 defensive snaps for the Lions this season. Most of his action has come on special teams.Lee has appeared in five games this season for Detroit recording two tackles while splitting time between the active roster and practice squad. Lee played in six games with five starts for the New England Patriots last season, recording 19 tackles with 3.5 sacks and an interception. ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — The Detroit Lions put rookie running back Kerryon Johnson on injured reserve with a knee injury.Detroit also activated returner Jamal Agnew from IR on Wednesday. Agnew has been out since Week 5 because of a knee injury. The Lions host Minnesota on Sunday.Johnson ran for 641 yards and three scores before his injury last month. He also had 32 receptions for 213 yards and a score. Johnson ran for a season-high 158 yards in a win at Miami and had 101 yards rushing in a victory over New England.“We have to keep the run game going like we’ve been doing since Kerryon got hurt Barry Sanders Jersey ,” coach Matt Patricia said. “Kerryon, obviously, was great when he was out there and it’s part of the season of growing and learning as a young player http://www.lionslockerroom.com/authentic-zach-zenner-jersey , but right now it’s all about the Vikings for us and the players that we have.”Johnson, a second-round draft pick from Auburn, has rushed for more yards this season than any Detroit player since 2014 — despite playing in only 10 games.Detroit added depth at running back by signing running back Justin Stockton to the practice squad and cutting guard Salesi Uhatafe from it.Agnew’s return could help. He was an All-Pro last season as a rookie after returning two punts for touchdowns. He also plays cornerback.“He’s someone that works really hard and has really done everything we’ve asked to push through his situation Womens Golden Tate III Jersey ,” Patricia said. “I think in the beginning part of the year and really through the spring, there was a lot of growth and a lot of development there, not only in special teams but on defense Damon Harrison Jersey , which was great to see.”

On Sunday Jermaine Whitehead Jersey , the Green Bay Packers face the Miami Dolphins for the first time since the fake-spike play in 2014. Kevin Nogle of The Phinsider was kind enough to answer some of our questions about the Dolphins and provide insight into their strengths and weaknesses.APC: The Dolphins have played their last four games without starting quarterback Ryan Tannehill and will do so again Sunday in Green Bay. What has changed for the offense with backup Brock Osweiler under center?APC: After a hot start, Miami has lost four of their last six games. Do you believe the downturn is merely the result of a tougher stretch of the schedule or are other factors more responsible?APC: The Dolphins released Ndamukong Suh this offseason but have actually improved on defense (No. 28 by DVOA in 2017, No. 19 entering Week 10). Were Suh’s contributions simply overstated or have other members of the defense made meaningful strides this year?APC: If you were game planning against the Dolphins, how would you attack them on offense? On defense?APC: Finally Womens Kevin King Jersey , it’s prediction time. Which team wins on Sunday and why?We’d like to thank Kevin and The Phinsider for answering our questions. Be sure to check out our Q&A session over there, as well as their fantastic coverage of all things Dolphins. As always, keep your internet machines tuned to Acme Packing Company this Sunday for our comprehensive game-day coverage of Dolphins versus Packers. Matt LaFleur is the favorite to become the next head coach of the Green Bay Packers.LaFleur, who spent last year as the offensive coordinator of the Titans and the year before as the offensive coordinator of the Rams Jermaine Whitehead Jersey White , is close to getting hired by the Packers, ESPN reported and PFT has confirmed.The report says the Packers are telling other candidates that they’ve made their choice, which would seem to suggest an announcement is imminent.LaFleur has a reputation as a good coach of quarterbacks, having been a quarterbacks coach in Washington and Atlanta in the NFL Womens David Bakhtiari Jersey , as well as at Notre Dame. The Packers want to get Aaron Rodgers playing at an MVP level again, and they apparently believe LaFleur is the coach who can do that.The 39-year-old LaFleur is a protege of Kyle Shanahan and Sean McVay. He left the Rams for the Titans a year ago so he could get the opportunity to call plays, something he wasn’t doing as the Rams’ offensive coordinator under McVay. Now he appears close to running the whole show himself in Green Bay.

I had the chance to speak with Tim Lynch from Mile High Report to ask some questions and concerns I had about his Denver Broncos as they host the Texans on Sunday.The MVP of Super Bowl 50 is still playing at an elite level.Photo by Norm Hall/Getty ImagesWhat impact has Von Miller had on young stud Bradley Chubb so far? What about the rookie has impressed you the most as we hit the midway point of the season?Tim: Von has taken on a DeMarcus Ware-like role with Chubb. The two have great chemistry already Womens Julien Davenport Jersey , combining for 15 total sacks in eight games. Chubb had himself a fantastic October after starting out a bit slow early in the season by winning the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Month Award. I think in a year or two, Miller will still be elite with Chubb hitting his peak. That’s when I would expect them to really terrorize the league, but so far so good.Now that Demaryius Thomas is gone, how excited should Broncos fans be about Courtland Sutton going forward and why?Tim: Remember the name Courtland Sutton. Pick him up in your fantasy leagues. His timing to hit the high point to catch the ball is amazing. Add that to some incredible hands and you have a player who looks like he is going to be a superstar in this league. Thomas was a great Bronco for nine years and will end up in the Broncos’ Ring of Fame, but he is not the Thomas he once was and he was taking reps away from a rookie who is on the verge of breaking out. It was a good business decision, but most of us fans will miss Thomas as he was a great presence in that locker room. Do you think that Case Keenum can thrive like he did last season in Minnesota if the organization puts the right pieces around him? Or do you think Elway needs to continue searching for a quarterback through the draft?Tim: The search for a quarterback is on. However, we’ve also got to live in this moment. I am sure Case Keenum could be a fine quarterback with proper playcalling and such, but I’ve been left disappointed by Bill Musgrave and his inability to clone the style of playcalling that led to Keenum’s success in Minnesota. Instead Seantrel Henderson Jersey White , he sticks to the kind of playcalling that Keenum has historically struggled in, which would be straight shotgun type formation where Keenum must stand in the pocket and make a decision. Keenum’s best pass ratings comes from play action and/or moving out of the pocket, neither of which has been a significant factor in the plays Musgrave has called. Several articles have come out on various sources discussing whether Vance Joseph should be on the hot seat. Do you believe the Broncos might need a culture change or should he have a longer leash?Tim: With Hue Jackson out in Cleveland, there is no seat hotter than Vance Joseph’s. The Broncos would need to rebound and make a playoff run to save Joseph’s job at this point. Even a 5-3 finish to a .500 record won’t save him, I don’t think. The players who have a ring on this roster are pretty much fed up with losing.What is your prediction for Sunday’s matchup? Who wins, what is the score, and who shines?Tim: The Broncos cannot seem to beat good football teams, and I view the Houston Texans as a good football team. I think Denver will figure out a way to lose another close Womens J.J. Watt Jersey , frustrating game.Case Keenum will be looking to bring his team back out of a 3-5 hole on Sunday.Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty ImagesWhat’s your prediction for Sunday’s game? Two of the league’s most promising young quarterbacks dueled today when the Texans visited the Jets, and it was Deshaun Watson‘s team who came out on top.Both Watson and Sam Darnold were excellent in a back-and-forth game, but Watson had the advantage of having DeAndre Hopkins to throw to. Hopkins caught 10 passes for 170 yards and two touchdowns, including the game-winner late in the fourth quarter, and the Texans won 29-22.Watson finished 22-for-28 for 294 yards, with two touchdowns and no interceptions. The big concern for the Texans is that Watson was sacked six times, and has now been sacked more than any quarterback in the NFL this season. The Texans need to keep Watson healthy, and that’s not the way to do it.Darnold shook off a slow start and was outstanding for most of the game Womens Alfred Blue Jersey , engineering long drives, buying time with his feet and finding receivers in the end zone. They came up short in the end, but Darnold completed 23 of 37 passes for 237 yards, with two touchdowns and no interceptions.The Texans are not officially in the playoffs, but at 10-4 there’s almost no scenario in which they don’t go. The Jets are going nowhere this season, and they fell to 4-10 with the loss.

Bengals wide receiver A.J. Green had the worst season of his career in 2018 Anthony Munoz Jersey , playing a career-low nine games and catching a career-low 46 passes for a career-low 694 yards. But he’s eager to get his offseason started right.Green, who had a season-ending toe injury, posted on Instagram that he has been able to shed his protective walking boot and start working out again.“First day working out. Got the boot off, starting my morning off right,” Green said, showing off the breakfast he’s having Michael Johnson Jersey , which included a protein supplement he endorses.The 30-year-old Green had the surgery in December and has said other NFL players who had the same injury told him it takes four to five months to get back to full speed. So Green still needs some time before he’s all the way back. But he should be ready for offseason work that will allow him to learn new coach Zac Taylor’s offense in plenty of time for the start of the season. The Cowboys did not sign Earl Thomas as many expected and many Cowboys fans had hoped. They didn’t sign Eric Berry or Clayton Geathers either.Instead, George Iloka was the safety who joined Dallas on a one-year deal.“This defense plays into my strong points,” Iloka said, via the . “I’m versatile, and I can do a lot of things. I’m a physical safety. I like to come up in the run game support, set the edge http://www.thebengalslockerroom.com/authentic-sam-hubbard-jersey , take on blockers and make an impact.”The Cowboys plan on having Iloka play strong safety with Xavier Woods remaining at free safety. Jeff Heath, last year’s starter at strong safety, would return to being a backup.“My goal is to have the best year of my career,” Iloka said. “If I do that, everything else will fall into place.”Iloka, who turned 29 on Sunday Tyler Kroft Jersey White , has played 99 games, starting 79, in his seven seasons. He signed a one-year deal with the Cowboys.Iloka said he’s in “prove-it mode” every year.“My expectations are to make a difference and to prove the Cowboys right for bringing me on,” Iloka said.

Kerryon Johnson becomes the first 100-yard rusher for the Detroit Lions in 5 years November 28 Trey Flowers Jersey White , 2013.It is a date that most Detroit Lions fans have committed to memory at this point. Almost five years ago was the last time that a Lions running back rushed for over 100 yards in a single game. Since Reggie Bush tallied 117 yards against the Packers, players like Joique Bell, Ameer Abdullah, Zach Zenner http://www.lionslockerroom.com/authentic-levine-toilolo-jersey , and Theo Riddick have all fallen short.However, this fun trivia fact became a thing of the past on Sunday night against the New England Patriots. Kerryon Johnson, selected in the second round this past offseason, is the latest hope drafted by Detroit to break this curse Womens Ricky Wagner Jersey , and he eclipsed the century mark on national television to finally end the Lions’ 70-game drought.Johnson looked exactly like the back the Lions hoped he would be, hitting 101 yards on 16 carries. He caught the ball twice for nine receiving yards as well. The running game as a whole has looked as good as it has in a long while against New England. LeGarrette Blount may not have been the record-breaker, but he added 48 yards of his own against a Patriots defense who looked like they missed their old defensive coordinator. ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — The Detroit Lions waived tight end Michael Roberts after trying to trade him to the New England Patriots.The Lions say trade conditions put Roberts back on the team’s roster before they took him off it for the second straight day.Roberts failed a physical with the Patriots Womens Dwayne Washington Jersey , according to a person aware of the situation who spoke to The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity because that detail was not announced. Roberts declined comment when reached by the AP on Friday.Detroit announced Thursday it received a conditional pick from New England in exchange for Roberts. He became expendable this offseason after the Lions drafted Iowa tight end T.J. Hockenson early in the first round and signed veterans Jesse James and Logan Thomas.Detroit drafted Roberts in the fourth round in 2017. He has 13 career receptions for 146 yards and three touchdowns.

Sundays aside http://www.packerslockerroom.com/authentic-jamaal-williams-jersey , Green Bay could be categorized as a sleepy town. Historically, this label could also be applied to the team during the run up to the NFL’s trade deadline. Not so under new General Manager Brian Gutekunst. Nearly at the whistle — 4pm eastern time on Tuesday — two transactions were announced. The first sends the recently embattled Ty Montgomery to the Baltimore Ravens for a 2020 7th round pick. Reports of his imminent release make a future draft pick of any kind in return feel like a win. Meanwhile, the team also received a 2019 4th round pick for former first rounder Ha Ha Clinton-Dix. Although Dix made a number of splash plays this year, the writing was on the wall that he would not be coming back next year. Again Womens Kyler Fackrell Jersey , getting such value in return feels like a win. That’s all well and good for the future Green Bay Packers. But what about the now? After moving on from these two players, are the Packers better off? Or do these moves represent a circling of the wagons on this season. We gathered immediately after the trade deadline to give our rapid reactions on the tumultuous day in Title Town. Click here to access the episode at Art19.Have ideas or questions? You can email the show at theAPCpodcast@gmail.com. For previous episodes, check out the show’s archive over at Blog Talk Radio.Join the conversation on Twitter:the show: @theAPCPodAlex: @AlexPetakasZach: @ZachRapportBen: @BenFoldy Matt LaFleur has made his first major hire since becoming the Green Bay Packers’ new head coach. According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, LaFleur has tabbed former Jacksonville Jaguars assistant Nathaniel Hackett as his new offensive coordinator.Hackett spent the past five years in Jacksonville where he served in a number of roles. He called offensive plays for the Jaguars during their run to the AFC Championship Game last season. While LaFleur will call his own plays in Green Bay Muhammad Wilkerson Jersey , Hackett will have a hand in designing the offense and game planning each week.Most of the coaches reportedly requested to interview for the offensive-coordinator position came from Kyle Shanahan Sean McVay’s staffs, two head coaches with which LaFleur has spent most of his career. Hackett has no formal ties to LaFleur prior to 2019, but that doesn’t necessarily mean the two will have trouble working together. Bringing in a top offensive assistant with a different perspective worked this past year for Chicago Bears, who brought in former Oregon head coach Mark Helfrich to work under head coach Matt Nagy.From Acme Packing Company’s story on the OC search:With Hackett now in the fold Womens Kyle Murphy Jersey , LaFleur can turn his attention to the rest of the staff. LaFleur has reportedly already interviewed candidates for the vacant wide-receivers coach. He will also have to determine a replacement for longtime O-line coach James Campen, who the Packers allowed to depart for a similar role with the Cleveland Browns.

The second half between the Texans and the Colts is about to kick off."The second half has arrived.Here’s hoping Womens Andre Hal Jersey , though doubting, the Texans have already made it or are in the process of making it a one-sided affair.Where they’re winning, I mean.NOTE: Please do not post any images, videos Womens Kareem Jackson Jersey , GIFs, or non-text comments in any of BRB’s live game threads. They tend to slow the thread down and can take a long time to load. Thanks in advance for your cooperation.NOTE II: Due to the fast-paced nature of these threads, there will be no warnings before bans on game day. If a moderator deems a comment or user to be problematic, he or she will remove that person from the discussion for the good of the collective game day experience. If you’re on the wrong side of the law today and want your posting privileges reinstated http://www.thetexanslockerroom.com/authentic-stephen-anderson-jersey , please send an e-mail to one of us tomorrow.NOTE III: Please refrain from any reference to or mention of any religion or religious figure, even if you believe it’s celebratory or inoffensive. If you make such a reference or comment, it will be deleted and you will be warned. Two violations of this rule will result in a ban. A look at some key fantasy football questions going into Week 9:WHICH UNDER THE RADAR PLAYERS HAVE THE BEST CHANCE FOR A BIG GAME THIS WEEK?You've got options at quarterback. Ryan Fitzpatrick starts for Tampa Bay against the Panthers, who have given up two TDs to QBs in six straight games. Fitzpatrick threw 11 TDs in his first three starts of the season and another two last week when he replaced Jameis Winston. Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco threw for 363 yards and two TDs earlier this year against the Steelers and gets them again this week. Pittsburgh has improved but has allowed the fifth most fantasy points per game to quarterbacks.At running back Womens Natrell Jamerson Jersey , Houston's Lamar Miller has improved with 233 yards rushing and two TDs the past two weeks. He faces the Broncos on Sunday, who have allowed the second second most rushing yards and third most rushing TDs to RBs.Danny Amendola has averaged eight targets and scored at least 10 points in point-per-reception leagues in each of the three games started by Miami quarterback Brock Osweiler. The Dolphins face the Jets this week, who have given up the sixth most fantasy points per game to wideouts and five touchdowns to slot receivers.Jets tight end Chris Herndon has seven catches the past three weeks 鈥?but three touchdowns.WHICH PLAYERS HAVE UPSIDE BASED ON THE REST OF THE SEASON?Cleveland's Nick Chubb has a great schedule ahead if new offensive coordinator Freddie Kitchen takes advantage of Chubb's skills. Four of seven games left are against teams that are top five in fantasy points allowed to running backs, making him a ripe trade target.Dak Prescott got a big upgrade at WR when the Cowboys traded for Amari Cooper. He also has a QB friendly schedule for a good part of the rest of the fantasy football season. Prescott faces the Falcons (second in FPPG to QBs) in Week 11 and the Saints (third in FPPG to QBs) in Week 13. Then in the fantasy playoffs he gets the Colts and Buccaneers. Prescott is a good trade acquisition in two-quarterback leagues and potential streamer in one-QB formats.WHO HAS THE MOST LONG-TERM UPSIDE AFTER THE FLURRY OF NFL TRADES?The Broncos trading away Demaryius Thomas opens up all kinds of opportunities for rookie WR Courtland Sutton. He already led the Broncos in end zone targets Nick Martin Jersey White , and Sutton will see an overall uptick in targets going forward. He has a favorable matchup Sunday against a Texans pass defense that has been depleted by injuries. He won't come cheap, but his long-term potential upside makes him a player to target in trades in keeper or dynasty leagues.HOW ABOUT THOMAS?DeAndre Hopkins is unquestionably the No. 1 receiver for the Texans. But Will Fuller, whom Thomas is replacing, was averaging a little over six targets per game. Look for Thomas to be targeted similarly with an improved chance of scoring.HOW DOES GOLDEN TATE FARE AFTER BEING TRADED TO PHILADELPHIA?Tight End Zach Ertz is QB Carson Wentz's favorite target. Look for Tate's per-game target average to take a slight hit. He'll still play most of his snaps from the slot DeAndre Hopkins Jersey , which means he'll continue to be a busy receiver. Tate already had a bye with the Lions and gets another this week because of the trade.

CINCINNATI (AP) — The surprise isn’t that Marvin Lewis is gone Randy Bullock Jersey White , but that it took so long for the Bengals to make the change.Lewis arrived in 2003 and elevated one of the NFL’s most forlorn franchises to respectability, but couldn’t take it to the next level. He was fired Monday after his 16th season of failing to win a playoff game.Now, owner Mike Brown will decide whether to bring in an outsider who will shake things up, or stay the course with someone who is familiar.“I didn’t deliver what the No. 1 goal is, and that’s to be world champions, and we did not get that done,” Lewis said at a news conference. “A lot of positives, but that’s the one goal as a coach you look forward to doing. Mike and I both decided it’s time. I think it’s a tough moment for both of us, but we both realized.”Lewis’ departure ends the second-longest active coaching tenure in the NFL . New England’s Bill Belichick is wrapping up his 19th season with another postseason berth. He’s won five Super Bowls and made eight appearances in the title game, both NFL records.By contrast, Lewis leaves Cincinnati with a postseason record of 0-7, the worst in NFL history. The Bengals haven’t won a playoff game since the 1990 season, tied with Washington for the fifth-longest futility in league history.A third straight losing season punctuated by plummeting attendance prompted the change-resistant owner to cut ties with Lewis.The Bengals (6-10) lost in Pittsburgh 16-13 on Sunday — their eighth straight defeat against their AFC North rival — and finished last in the division for only the second time under Lewis. Attendance at Paul Brown Stadium has fallen to second-lowest in the league Womens Preston Brown Jersey , ahead of only the Los Angeles Chargers, who are playing in a small, temporary stadium.The empty seats were undoubtedly one of the factors. Cincinnati averaged 50,753 fans, the third straight year with a notable decline. Brown said before the start of training camp that he was keenly aware of fans’ growing animosity and indifference.Brown didn’t appear with Lewis on Monday. He said in a statement that he’s “very fond of Marvin.”“But it is time to turn the page and look toward the next chapter for our organization, and we are excited about what the future holds for the team and our fans,” Brown said.Lewis lobbied Monday for Hue Jackson to get an interview for the job. Lewis hired Jackson, a close friend, as a special assistant after he was fired by the Browns in October.“I think he’s more than qualified,” Lewis said. “I think he’s been in a couple of difficult situations (in Oakland and Cleveland) and that’s tough, and it hasn’t broke his way. But I think he’s an excellent football coach, he’s a great motivator, he’s detailed. So I think he deserves an opportunity Womens Trey Hopkins Jersey , if not here somewhere else.”Jackson walked through the locker room on Monday on his way to the dining room and declined interviews.“I’m going to lunch,” he said.As Jackson ate with other staff members, a big-screen television on the wall was tuned to a station recapping the firings around the league. It was odd for players to think of someone else as the head coach.“Me growing up here, that’s all I knew since I was 10 years old,” said 26-year-old linebacker Preston Brown, a Cincinnati native. “It’s kind of a surreal moment to see right now that he’s not here anymore. I mean, he’s part of Cincinnati. To have him gone is a big shock to me.”Lewis has readily acknowledged he wouldn’t have lasted so long anywhere else. The owner’s well-known loyalty provided second, third, and ultimately a 16th chance in a what-have-you-done-this-year league. He leaves as the franchise’s leader in coaching tenure, wins and losses with a record of 131-129-3.Lewis was a rare hire from outside the organization when Brown brought him aboard in 2003, three years after he helped Baltimore win a Super Bowl. He made a glittery arrival, flashing his diamond-encrusted Ravens Super Bowl ring at his introductory news conference.He quickly turned the downtrodden Bengals into a competitive team, and then a playoff team. Lewis couldn’t win a playoff game Joe Mixon Jersey White , though.The Bengals made a club-record five straight playoff appearances from 2011-15, but lost in the first round every time, setting an NFL record for ineffectiveness. His best chance was frittered away by two players who were brought to Cincinnati in spite of their history of outbursts.Leading the Steelers in the closing minutes during the playoffs after the 2015 season, Lewis’ team had one of the worst meltdowns in NFL history. Jeremy Hill’s fumble gave the Steelers one last chance, and Vontaze Burfict and Adam “Pacman” Jones got 15-yard penalties that set up the Steelers’ field goal with 14 seconds left for an 18-16 win.The Bengals sparked hope of a turnaround this season with a 4-1 start, but a historically bad defense undercut it. Lewis fired coordinator Teryl Austin at midseason, and Cincinnati finished the season by dropping nine of its last 11 games in what amounted to Lewis’ final chance.“It’s been a lot,” Lewis said. “This season’s been a lot.” The Bengals look like they will give Andy Dalton an actual shot at proving he can be Zac Taylor’s guy." />Skip to main contentclockmenumore-arrownoyesHorizontal - WhiteCincy Junglea Cincinnati Bengals communityLog In or Sign UpLog InSign UpFanpostsFanshotsSectionsLibraryBengalsOddsAboutMastheadCommunity GuidelinesStubHubMoreAll 322 blogs on Horizontal - WhiteFanposts Fanshots Sections #BITESIZEFilm RoomRoster Transactions and ContractsOrange & Black InsiderSalary Cap And CBABengals News (4/30): Cincinnati’s draft shows confidence in Andy Dalton for nowNew,15commentsThe Bengals look like they will give Andy Dalton an actual shot at proving he can be Zac Taylor’s guy.EDTShareTweetShareShareBengals News (4/30): Cincinnati’s draft shows confidence in Andy Dalton for nowCharles LeClaire-USA TODAY SportsCincinnati Bengals drafting quarterback Ryan Finley divides USA TODAY writersHow did USA TODAY’s NFL team assess the Cincinnati Bengals’ selection of North Carolina State quarterback Ryan Finley in the fourth round of this past weekend’s 2019 NFL Draft? Depends which writer you ask.Oklahoma's Anderson Inspires And Aspires at No. 211In another universe, star-crossed Oklahoma running back Rodney Anderson would have spent April on a whirlwind tour of the NFL as a first-round draft pick. Big at 6-3, 224 pounds. Fast with 4.55 seconds in the 40-yard dash. Accomplished with 201 yards in the Rose Bowl against the baying junkyard Dogs of Georgia and their sixth-ranked defense.Bengals 2019 Draft Picks in PhotosSee action photos of all the new Bengals rookies selected in the 2019 NFL Draft.Bengals news: New Cincinnati OC explains why team made surprise pick of Drew Sample at No. 52The Cincinnati Bengals selected former Washington Huskies tight end Drew Sample in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft, making the up-and-comer the fourth player at this position off the board over the weekend.NFL Minute: Bengals rivalry with Steelers extends to the draftThe vicious rivalry between the Cincinnati Bengals and Pittsburgh Steelers has been firmly inserted into the NFL draft over the last several years.Cincinnati Bengals excited about addition of Renell WrenThe Bengals selected the 6-foot-5, 318-pound defensive tackle in the fourth round of the NFL Draft on Saturday as they sought to add some depth to the interior line. Wren brings more length to the position and makes the Bengals a little more versatile inside.Egger: Bengals’ draft shows the Andy Dalton era likely isn’t ending soonI​ could​ save both​ of​ us​ a lot​ of​ time with​ this post-draft​ column by copying and pasting​ last week’s pre-draft​ column –​​ you know Womens Darqueze Dennard Jersey , the one where I tried to lay out the case for the Bengals using the 11th pick to take Dwayne Haskins. Then I could add, “yeah, well they took someone named Jonah Williams instead, so nevermind” to the end of it, instead of writing another piece aimed almost entirely at Andy Dalton and what the Bengals will or won’t do with their quarterback.Random NewsSuper Bowl, divisional odds, over/under and playoff odds for all 32 NFL teams for 2019 seasonThe Westgate Las Vegas SuperBook has released Super Bowl odds, conference and divisional odds, season win totals and odds to make the postseason for all 32 NFL teams.Ezekiel Ansah meets with Seattle SeahawksSince the start of free agency, Ansah has visited the Baltimore Ravens, New Orleans Saints and Buffalo Bills, but has yet to sign. Meanwhile, fellow pass rushers Trey Flowers Womens Cordy Glenn Jersey , Justin Houston and Sheldon Richardson have found new homes.Matt Nagy: David Montgomery creates mismatchesWhere the Bears saw Howard as a one-note runner, who didn't stress defenses in the passing game or create many yards on his own, coach Matt Nagy multiple times described Montgomery as a "three-down" player who can do it all.Joe Theismann considering QB Haskins wearing No. 7"I'm anxious to sit down and talk to Dwayne about that," Theismann told NBC Sports Washington. "I'm not opposed to it. I'm not saying yes yet, but I really want to sit down and talk to the young man and get a chance to meet him. I know he's reached out and said he wants to ask me, so as early as I can get back into town and be able to set up an opportunity when he gets into town to be able to sit down and talk to him about it."Eagles pick up QB Carson Wentz's fifth-year optionWentz is entering his fourth season as Philly's starting signal-caller. Since the Eagles selected Wentz second overall in the 2016 NFL Draft, the QB has racked up 10,152 passing yards, 70 touchdown passes, 28 interceptions and 23 wins. Wentz was set to earn league MVP in 2017 before suffering a season-ending injury and watching Philly go on a Super Bowl run without him.

Notes: Ex-Lions LB DeAndre Levy continuing to raise awareness Austin Bryant Jersey 2019 , funds for sexual assault victims Kristen Jordan Shamus of the Detroit Free Press has a great article on former Detroit Lions linebacker DeAndre Levy and what he’s up to since his NFL career ended. Levy and his wife,Desir茅 Vincent Levy, are continuing the activism that made Levy such a beloved and polarizing character among fans.The two commissioned a mural in Eastern Market depicting a strong visual regarding sexual assault victims and encouraging them, and the people in their lives, to speak out and listen to one another. Levy has long been speaking out against sexual assault. Back in 2016, he raised $30,000 to test discarded rape kits in order to help victims find closure by bringing their assaulters to justice. Today, he’s still fighting the same fight. The Levys have started a “Crowdwise” funding site to help get more unopened rape kits tested. According to the site Color Rush Austin Bryant Jersey , they’ve already raised over $40,000. If you’re interested in donating, you can do so directly here, or you can purchase a shirt here. All proceeds will go to investigating the backlogged rape kits. And if you’re wondering if you’ll ever see Levy in the NFL again, the answer is very clearly no.“I’m retired. There is no reason to be playing football or supporting football right now,” Levy told the Free Press. “I can think of more reasons not to support it than to actually support it.”The Lions’ fast-paced tempo on offense in Week 1 was the quickest of the NFL, but it didn’t do them any good: ESPN’s Michael Rothstein has a good story on Eli Harold, who fought through depression early in his career and throughout the Colin Kaepernick era. This is next-level Detroit Lions cosplay: Chris Spielman and Lomas Brown are two of 102 players nominated for the 2019 Pro Football Hall of Fame class. Techmo Bowl has spoken Cheap Austin Bryant Jersey , and it’s not good news this week: Matt Patricia joined Tori Petry to talk about what makes the 49ers so dangerous both on offense and defense and break down some of San Francisco’s game film. You’re probably wondering how much it cost for the Raiders to finally snag Johnathan Hankins. Well... Last week, we learned that former Detroit Lions head coach Jim Caldwell was interested in returning to the NFL in 2019 after taking a year off. Well, apparently Caldwell has already scored his first head coaching interview and the 2018 season hasn’t even ended yet.According to Pro Football Talk, Caldwell has interviewed for the Green Bay Packers head coaching job. The Packers fired Mike McCarthy back at the beginning of December and have used offensive coordinator Joe Philbin as the interim head coach since—going 2-1 since making the move.Caldwell is the first reported interview for the Packers, though it has since been leaked that former Colts head coach Chuck Pagano has also interviewed for the position. Obviously at this point, the Packers can only choose from college coaches and those who did not coach in 2018, as current NFL coaches are still in season. It’s worth noting that Caldwell also satisfies the Packers’ “Rooney Rule” requirements in their coaching search. Earlier this month, the NFL expanded the Rooney rule to not only require that teams interview a minority coach Austin Bryant Jersey Womens , but that interview must be with someone that is not currently within the organization. However, Caldwell is very much considered a real candidate for a head coaching job. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported last week that multiple teams are expected to ask Caldwell for an interview. In his time with the Detroit Lions, Caldwell went 36-28, including back-to-back 9-7 seasons in his final two seasons with the team.

It wasn’t until late in the season that the Packers got some consistency from their corners."WhiteFanposts Fanshots Sections The APC PodcastPackers Film RoomFantasy Football Advicetheir corners.CSTShareTweetShareSharePackers 2018 CB Grades: Alexander and Breeland brought late stability to a position in fluxBenny Sieu-USA TODAY SportsOver a two week span http://www.packerslockerroom.com/authentic-brett-hundley-jersey , Acme Packing Company takes a look at each position group on the Green Bay Packers and provides grades and insight on how they performed in the 2018 season. Today, we examine the cornerbacks.The Green Bay Packers’ defense struggled in 2018 as Mike Pettine took over for Dom Capers, but as much as Dom’s system was simply stale, the underlying issuesthis season were much more about talent level and health. While the Packer defense is stacked up front (When healthy), everything behind Mike Daniels and Kenny Clark was questionable at best entering 2018. Fortunately, one of the few positive developments on defense came at corner, and while the Packer pass defense still struggled, there are, at least, a few building blocks in place. Preferred StartersJaire Alexander13 games played, 11 starts11 passes defended, 1 interception, 66 tackles (61 solo), 3 TFL, 0.5 sacks, 2 fumble recoveriesThe Packers spent a first round pick at their weakest position, and the results paid immediate dividends as Alexander immediately became the team’s top corner. He was the single best Packer secondary player across the board, elite in coverage Ty Summers Jersey Mens , in tackling, and in run support. While some lament that the team missed out on safety Derwin James, an elite player in his own right, it’s likely that Alexander ends up as the more valuable player, locking down a side of the field for the foreseeable future. For a team that started Lenzy Pipkins as their top corner in a playoff game two years ago, Alexander is just about the biggest upgrade imaginable. Bashaud Breeland7 games played, 5 starts4 passes defended, 2 interceptions, 20 tackles (16 solo), 1 TFL, 1 fumble recoveryBreeland became available this offseason because Washington has no clue as to what they are doing and let him walk in free agency. After he failed his physical with Carolina once he signed a free agent deal, Breeland signed with the Packers. Returning from a bizarre leg infection, there was bound to be some rust on his game, but once he shook it off he was excellent opposite Alexander. We should not ignore the rust entirely, as it did lead to a few penalty-filled games early on in his brief stint with the team, but the real Breeland showed himself late, and there is enough positive history here to give some confidence in his game going forward. Only 26, and still in his prime Youth Ty Summers Jersey , he should rightly be one of the most attractive corners on the free agent market. Hopefully he’s willing to return to Green Bay. Kevin King6 games played, 6 starts2 passes defended, 1 interception, 17 tackles (14 solo), 1 TFL, 1 fumble recoveryThe legend of the Fisher King holds that the final guardian of the Holy Grail has suffered a leg or groin malady, and can only move enough to fish, and that the health of the land waxes and wanes with his own health. Such is the legend of Kevin King, who is forever injured, seemingly the missing piece on the field when he is not, and the health of the defense waxes and wanes with his presence. King is maddening as a very good, very physical cover corner who rivals Alexander in production on a per play basis. Unfortunately, he just can’t stay on the field, and while he remains an intriguing prospect, time is running out on King. After playing in just 15 games over his first two seasons, King needs to show up in 2019, or he might not be a Packer in 2020.Backups/Fill-insJosh Jackson16 games played, 10 starts10 passes defended White Ty Summers Jersey , 0 INT, 49 tackles (39 solo), 1 TFLThe Packers’ second-round pick kicked things off with a bang, with a nice game in limited action against the Bears, but it was mostly downhill from there. Opponents began to realize that Jackson lacked the raw speed to keep up with most NFL receivers, and capitalized when he was in one-on-one situations. Jackson’s performance seemed to spiral when he was successfully picked on, and in his better moments he still showed the technique and tackling that landed him in the second round. If he’s going to stick at corner, that technique is going to have to become rock solid. But he may be better served in terms of fit and confidence with a move to safety, where Green Bay could certainly use the help.Tramon Williams16 games played, 16 starts (7 at cornerback)2 passes defended, 0 interceptions, 54 tackles (40 solo), 0 TFLSpeaking of which, Tramon Williams — veteran, Super Bowl hero, and all around great player — returned to shore up the corner position. But while the brain was game, the body unfortunately was not. Williams would often be in perfect position to make a play, only to see a younger Davante Adams Jersey , faster receiver run right by him as if stuck in quicksand. Williams was moved to safety around the middle of the season where he was a much better fit. He’s not a banger anymore, but he can still shut down tight ends and running backs, and he’s adequate if unspectacular in run support. Williams is an underrated Packer, and one of the better corners in team history. If he loses another step, it’s probably over for him.Tony Brown11 games played, 3 starts5 passes defended, 2 forced fumbles, 0 interceptions, 34 tackles (30 solo) 1 TFL.At some point Brian Gutekunst just started collecting athletes, and Brown is example 1A. One of Brown’s closest physical comparables is none other than Jaire Alexander, and it’s not as crazy as it sounds. Brown’s issues weren’t as much about play as they were discipline, as he was repeatedly flagged for unnecessary, late hits. When he wasn’t committing game-killing penalties he put that athleticism to good use, staying with receivers as well as just about anyone. Brown is raw, but it wouldn’t be surprising to see him turn into a very good corner in the near future. Davon House3 games played2 tackles (1 solo)There was no reason to bring House back, and in his very limited playing time, he showed why. His second stint as a Packer has been an unmitigated disaster as House was one of the worst players in the league. Originally intended as a steady hand while Damarious Randall, Quentin Rollins Ray Nitschke Jersey White , and Kevin King developed, House instead spent most of his time getting torched, and being caught out of position. He’s a free agent, and if he lands another job it would be a surprise. The restNatrell Jamerson, Deante Burton, Will RedmondFormer Badger Natrell Jamerson had a cup of coffee on special teams, and impressed. Jamerson suffered a gruesome broken leg in college, but recovered well and put on a show at the Combine and at Wisconsin’s Pro Day. He was officially a corner for the Packers, but would be well-served by a move to a position that lets him head downhill with more abandon. Will Redmond served as special teams fodder in a few games, and was nothing to write home about. Deante Burton was Moonlight Graham’ed and never got on the field. The Packers have obvious needs, leading to another mock draft with Jachai Polite and T.J. Hockenson in the first round."Entering the 2019 offseason, the Green Bay Packers have several obvious needs. That has led to many similar-looking mock drafts, including the latest from SB Nation’s Dan Kadar. Both of the packs Kadar projects for Green Bay involve positions and players that readers have come to expect.Matching the Packers with LSU’s Jachai Polite makes plenty of sense. The defense needs to generate more pressure off the edges and Polite could slide into Mike Pettine’s scheme and make an instant impact. Pass rushers with Polite’s profile tend to hit, so the team would only need to clear him off the field to minimize risk.The Packers need to revamp their tight-end group this offseason (more on that later this week), and landing a prospect like T.J. Hockenson could jumpstart that process. The Iowa product would walk into Green Bay as the team’s best blocking tight end as well as a quality pass catcher. In Matt LaFleur’s offense, he makes a ton of sense.

Turn back the clock to September. What do you see if you root for the Colts Womens Arian Foster Jersey , Texans and Seahawks?Ugliness. Losing. Little hope.It’s now after Thanksgiving, and Houston l eads the AFC South, with Indianapolis in hot pursuit. Seattle has stamped itself as a wild-card contender in the NFC, and an opponent most teams would like to avoid.All three have made impressive turnarounds that could become memorable should they lead to the playoffs — and January success.So how does it happen? Indy was 1-5 and now is 6-5. Seattle had two dirty defeats to open the schedule and was headed down a long losing path. Houston went 0-3, yet has become the first team to win eight straight after such a weak start.“There is just a real upbeat aura about this team,” says Seahawks coach Pete Carroll, who majors in upbeat and is doing one of the best jobs of his distinguished career.“They’re real hungry to learn, they’re hungry for the challenges,” he added. “They’ve just been real competitive throughout and they’ve enjoyed the challenges. They have not allowed themselves to go downward at any time. They keep looking to the future and what’s up and what’s coming. It’s just been a really good group to work with.”Sounds like what’s going on in Houston.“You just have to believe,” explains defensive end J.J. Watt, who majors in believing — and is in the midst of a spectacular comeback season. “A lot of it comes down to belief, remaining positive even in a difficult situation and believing in yourself http://www.thetexanslockerroom.com/authentic-bradley-roby-jersey , and believing in each other, and knowing that you can turn it around.“I think sometimes … you’re 0-3 or you’re in a tough situation, you look around and you’re like, ‘Maybe that’s just us.’ I think we all in that situation this year knew that wasn’t us. I think we knew we had the players in the room and the ability to play a lot better than we did and to win those games. So, I think it’s easy to believe when you know that about your guys.”The main guy in Indianapolis has been Andrew Luck, who in strange circumstances never fully explained, missed the entire 2017 season with a shoulder injury. Like Watt, he’s having a monster of a comeback year.Folks in Indy cite coach Frank Reich — a second choice remember, after Josh McDaniels reneged on his deal with the Colts — playing to win in tight situations, such as the overtime loss to the Texans — as being a turning point.“I think Frank has done a great job of keeping us just focused at the task at hand, whether we were losing games, winning games (or) whatever it is Womens Derek Newton Jersey ,” Luck says.“The approach has been the same. So in that department, really nothing has changed. We’ve just come in and try to make the most out of each day. I know it sounds cliché, but it’s what’s working for us. That’s where our focus needs to stay. I think it is and we will fight against letting our focus go elsewhere.”The key to winding up with a positive season after a negative start really comes down to faith. Faith in the coaching staff, in the players, in staying healthy enough, and in getting some breaks.Stay the course, and that course might lead you deep into January. Or beyond.“We will see it down the stretch, for sure, that well-coached teams get better as the season goes along unless they are decimated by injury,” says Hall of Famer Bill Polian, the guiding force for three winning franchises as a team executive.“The guys that can coach get a handle on their team and then they coach the team they have got as opposed to the team that was on paper prior to training camp. They adjust accordingly and go ahead and figure out how best to maximize their strengths and minimize weaknesses.”That has been the case particularly in Seattle, where Carroll recognized a ball-control offense and opportunistic defense filled with new faces was the correct approach.Polian also emphasizes the need for healthy players.“Guys who heal up and are ready to go who are question marks in training camp Womens Jay Prosch Jersey ,” Polian points to as critical. “Andrew Luck, who has never played better football in his life, is completely healthy, ready to go and excited, and has a coach who lets Andrew be Andrew. The offensive line has coalesced thanks to the drafting of Quenton Nelson and the return of Anthony Costanzo. That team is way better than they were at the start of training camp.“And Houston is the same way. It’s gotten healthy with the return of Watt and the quarterback (Deshaun Watson), who is there full time, and now that is a different team.”Personnel changes that have worked also have led to success in all three cities.Polian believes the Colts have contenders for both top rookie awards, guard Nelson on offense, linebacker Darius Leonard on defense. New tight end Eric Ebron has 11 touchdown receptions.The Texans obviously have Watt and Watson back, along with linebacker Whitney Mercilus, and third-round cornerback Justin Reid. Adding veteran wideout Demaryius Thomas when Will Fuller tore up his knee is paying off, too.For Seattle Trevor Daniel Jersey White , a stable of running backs, from first-round pick Rashaad Penny to second-year player Chris Carson to fourth-year vet Mike Davis has kept the backfield fresh. Second-year receiver David Moore has become a contributor, and the tight ends have picked up the slack with Jimmy Graham gone to Green Bay.Most of all, the Legion of Boom has gone bust, but the secondary still has progressed throughout the schedule.We might not be looking at a Super Bowl team from Houston, Indianapolis or Seattle this season. But remember what we were looking at two months ago. I want a tribal tattoo. I want it to hurt really bad. That’s how I know. I’ll know it’s real. A real tattoo. This week, Matt and BFD discuss the Texans’ eighth straight win, the one between the Texans and Titans. Topics include the Titans being really stupid, Houston’s run offense, the Titans’ steadfast refusal to throw the ball to Corey Davis, J.J. Watt’s unbelievable night, the immortality of Marcus Mariota Sammie Coates Jersey , the importance of being the third seed in the AFC Playoffs, fears of the Colts, and if Cleveland will actually throw the ball next week. 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